From Rhino Reader James Bennett
Commissioner Alston is beginning to make the case that we must spend to prepare for all the jobs that are going to be created by Jet Zero and Boom Supersonic in the coming years.
The questions I have for Mr. Alston and the rest of the county commissioners are these:
What specific projects do you have in mind to prepare for expected growth?
What are the priorities for the projects you expect to spend tax money on?
What are the projected costs of the various projects you expect to fund?
What specific plans have been started for any projects currently in the works?
I am as excited as anyone about the prospects for continued growth offered by these two companies, but I am realistic enough to know that there is a long,twisted,rocky road between the vision and the successful reality for any new corporation, especially in the field of aviation.
Given that Jet Zero has not yet broken ground at the airport, and that Blue Supersonic still must get approval for their plane, I don’t think it is wise or prudent to get ahead of the game. Asking taxpayers today to believe that the dreams of these corporations and government leaders will come true is more risk than I am willing to take right now.
The prudent thing to do is to set a tax rate that meets the current needs of the county, allowing for normal growth. When these companies show real progress, such as Jet Zero breaking ground and hiring contractors, or Boom getting FAA approval, then it is time for the county to continue to meet proven needs. Before raising taxes, we need to see specific milestones passed from these companies that help assure their and our success.
James Bennett
James Bennett,
Every one of your points are spot on but the problem the County Commissars have is they make full sense.
I’m quite sure they are collectively asking one another hoe dare someone not only point out the obvious do it on a public forum.
Have you considered running for an At Large seat? I know the rest of the Commissars would treat you like a pariah but it would be nice to have at least ONE who will stand up and declare the Emperor, or in this case The Omnipotent, has no clothes.
Excellent questions Mr. Bennett. I wouldn’t expect Skip to give any valid answers. I believe you already know common sense is not used in Greensboro or Guilford County.